Backpacking trips have been something of a rite of passage for young people for almost 70 years. Whether you’re setting off around the world, or exploring a particular region, country, or city, taking ...

From a super-versatile, super-light trail shoe to a 5-ounce camp chair that you could stuff in your pocket, these are 8 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The author watching the sunset on Mt. Malo Spicje in the Julian Alps, Slovenia. Photo Courtesy Of Katie Kloss I’m an adventure ...

Best backpacking gear for every budget includes ultralight packs, insulated sleeping pads, and weather-resistant tents ...

The best backpacking sleeping pads aren’t just lightweight and portable to keep your pack weight down. They’re comfortable, too. Between hauling gear and trekking up different terrains, you need a ...

A High Sierras backpacking guide selects his favorite trail gear for heading out into the backcountry—from beanie to shoes. As an overnight backpacking guide in Yosemite, I’ve learned the difference ...

Backpacking is an exciting way to explore the wilderness or travel to foreign countries on a budget. However, carrying all of your possessions on your back can make it difficult to plan and prepare ...

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After completing the 2,500-mile Pacific Crest Trail in 2019, I’d now consider myself an experienced backpacker. But I always make sure to tell people that this five-month-long adventure was actually ...